1983 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1996 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1996 Renault Laguna is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Alfa Romeo 33. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 (94 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1996 Renault Laguna. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Laguna weights approximately 498 kg more than 1983 Alfa Romeo 33.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1996 Renault Laguna (142 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Alfa Romeo 33. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Alfa Romeo 33.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1996 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | 33 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2680 mm |
